Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Dicide and rule is defined by which NEETE of vedas

  1. Sam

  2. Dam

  3. Dand

  4. Bhed

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Among the four Upayas (methods) of statecraft, Bheda specifically refers to the policy of divide and rule - creating dissension among enemies to weaken them. Sama is conciliation, Dama is bribery/pledging, and Danda is force/punishment.